When my husband and I became empty nesters, we sold our house and moved into an RV. We now live on the open road full time.

The couple decided to sell their home and live in an RV.

Courtesy of Courtney Bautista

• When Courtney Bautista's kids went off to college, she and her husband became empty nesters.
• Unsure what to do next, they decided to follow their dreams and try RV living.
• They eventually became full-time RV-ers and love their new life on the road.

This as-told-to essay is based on a conversation with Courtney Bautista, a full-time RV traveler. It's been edited for length and clarity.